Two distinct sightings in Saverne on the same day

Summary

On January 3, 1979, two people in Saverne (Bas-Rhin) observed at low altitude a bright half-sphere-shaped object accompanied by sparks, moving silently toward the south-southeast before disappearing. Venus, particularly visible at that time of year, was suggested as an explanation, though other possibilities were not ruled out.

Later, around 19:00, a motorist saw a luminous ball at high altitude for three to four seconds, traveling from north to south. A weather balloon was considered, but the lack of concrete data leaves this second sighting unresolved.